Key result
Percutaneous extraction of an inadvertently placed LV lead after dabigatran proves uncomplicated without neurologic events.
Why the study?
Malpositioned pacemaker leads in the left ventricle carry a risk of thromboembolic events, making prompt identification and early management critical.
Design
Case report
Follow-up
4 years
Authors
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May support dabigatran pretreatment before extracting malpositioned LV leads; leaves open need for prospective data.
Case Report (n=1)
Demonstrates the feasibility and safety of percutaneous extraction of a malpositioned LV pacemaker lead following dabigatran treatment.
Farouq et al. (2022) conducted a case report in Malpositioned pacemaker lead in the left ventricle (n=1). Percutaneous extraction after dabigatran treatment was evaluated on Neurologic events. Percutaneous extraction of an inadvertently placed left ventricular pacemaker lead after dabigatran treatment was uncomplicated, with no neurologic events during a 4-year follow-up.
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